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Truth and Reconciliation for Gender-based Offenses

Help chart a fair path forward in light of the #MeToo movement.

(BALTIMORE, Maryland) - I was very inspired by the bold New York Times piece “Eight Stories of Men’s Regret,” published in response to the polarized debate over now-Justice Kavanaugh’s confirmation.

Not only is it brave to confess one’s past transgressions, but it is also necessary for accountability, which is the missing link of #MeToo.

UPDATED: Statement on the FBI`s Investigation of Suspicious Packages

In addition to the five packages referenced in the original statement, the FBI has now confirmed SEVERAL additional packages.

(WASHINGTON, D.C.) - Between October 22 and 26, 2018, suspicious packages were received at multiple locations in the New York and Washington, D.C., areas and Florida. The packages are being sent for analysis at the FBI Laboratory in Quantico, Virginia.

"This investigation is of the highest priority for the FBI."

Drag Your Company`s Web Presence into 2019 with 9 Must-Dos

It’s long past time for your web presence to act its age!

(SALEM, Ore.) - Admit it: you love a good “throwback” joke. “The 1980s called — they want your parachute pants back!” “2009 rang — you’re hogging its Blackberry!” (You get the idea. Comic timing isn’t everyone’s strong suit, okay?)

One context in which you definitely don’t want to hear throwback jokes, though, is your company’s web presence.

Fatal Truck Crash Caused by Cow in the Road

The commercial truck was carrying 7500 gallons of gasoline and 2500 gallons of diesel fuel.

(DOUGLAS COUNTY, Ore.) - Monday at approximately 9:45 p.m. a 2012 Kenworth truck towing double fuel tanks was westbound on Hwy 38 when it struck a large black cow standing in the roadway.

The truck then lost control and traveled off the roadway and struck a power pole. The operator of the truck, 59-year old Charles Stephens, from Eugene, sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Wine Drinkers May Pay More for Origin than Taste

A new study shows that a wine's origin might affect acceptable price more than taste.

(RICHLAND, Wash.) - Taste might have less to do with what consumers are willing to pay for wine than you think.

Researchers found through a series blind taste tests that ‘nontaste-related factors’ may play a larger role in how much consumers are willing to pay for wine in Hong Kong, compared with their western counterparts.

Aurora Man in Custody after Hit and Run Crash with School Bus

There were 20 children on the bus at the time of the crash.

(DONALD, Ore.) - According to Deputies, the preliminary investigation revealed that the Peterbuilt truck operated by 49-year old Timothy Brown, of Sheridan, was traveling west on Ehlen Rd NE. As Brown approached the intersection with Butteville Rd NE, a black SUV driving eastbound made a left hand turn in front of him.

Brown hit the SUV at approximately 55 mph causing it to spin and crash into the left front portion of the school bus that was sitting at the stop sign, waiting to turn.

On the Midterms

Almost half of eligible voters (46.9% ) did not vote in the 2016 presidential election.

(SAN FRANCISCO, Calif.) - Are the Democrats too smug about the midterms, relying too much on favorable polls? Some Democrats are acting like they have already won control of the House.

Personally, I don’t trust polls so much these days since the 2016 presidential election where too many showed Hillary Clinton winning comfortably. Democrats shouldn’t rely on them either.

Increased Prevalence of PTSD and Depression is More and More Worrying

"The true causes of PTSD, ending in military suicides, are anguish and psychological frustration." -Dr. Phillip Leveque, Doctor of Pharmacology

(SALEM, Ore.) - Scientists are constantly studying the dramatic effects of PTSD all around the world. Lately, the signs have become truly worrying.

An increased number of people are currently suffering from severe depression, PTSD or other chronic mental conditions that may affect their quality of life tremendously. Considering this, it’s important to raise awareness on this topic and encourage people to seek help when they feel like they need it.

Understanding the Freedom of Information Act

A FOIA request can be made for any agency record.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Created in response to the infamous MKUltra program conducted by the CIA throughout most of the 1950s and 60s, the Freedom of Information Act has been considered a cornerstone of American democracy for over 50 years.

The law, and similar ones passed by the states, essentially allows any U.S. citizen to file a request for access to unreleased government documents.

Security Guard Sentenced to Life in Prison for 2017 Murder of Jose Moreno

Capwell had no prior felony criminal record in the state of Oregon.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Today, the Honorable David E. Leith sentenced 34-year old Gregory Weston Capwell to Life in prison following his conviction for murder. Gregory Capwell was convicted on October 18, 2018, following a four day jury trial, of the intentional killing of 25-year old Jose Moreno.

The murder charge stems from an incident that occurred in the Denny’s parking lot on July 22, 2017, at about 3:30 a.m.